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No bells, whistles, or even soles! Ultra-minimalist flats are in for spring–and in a big way. Jennifer Lawrence has already cosigned the trend: Last month, the A-lister stepped out in a pair of nude mesh flats from The Row that might be the footwear equivalent of cling film—at times too finicky to put on, but still remarkably versatile. (There’s a reason you come back for more!)
While Lawrence’s shoe of choice puts the ultra in ultra-minimalist, there are slightly more substantial takes (see: leather) for those who’d rather slip into something with a bit of…arch support? Look to Proenza Schouler, Khaite, and Toteme for said “structured” sheaths, with styles ranging from transparent Mary Janes to polished, pointed-toe picks.
Vogue’s Ultra-Minimalist Flat Wishlist:
- The Celeb Choice: The Row sheer sock nylon flats, $690
- The Best Black Flat: Neous Atlas leather ballet flats, $654
- The Glove Shoe: Proenza Schouler Glove leather ballerina flats, $495
- The Pointed-Toe Pick: Toteme asymmetric ballerina point-toe flats, $620
- The High-Street Hero: Zara flat soft leather shoes, $90
- The Metallic Mesh Flat: Mango semi-transparent mesh ballerinas, $70
- The Fishnet Find: Khaite Maiden fishnet ballet flats, $780
- The Minimalist Mary Jane: Everlane Day Mary Janes, $155
- The Bright White Option: St. Agni pointed-toe ballerina flats, $320
- The Bow-Core Ballet Flat: Proenza Schouler Glove mesh ballet flats, $445
As it goes with most things minimalist, neutrals reign supreme—though a pop of red or silver is always appreciated. For those who live for a black ballet flat, there is the soft and supple glove-shaped ballerina; options abound at Aeyde, Zara, and Neous, all of which make for easy yet elegant everyday dressing. And with spring on the horizon, allow bright white iterations from Dear Frances and St. Agni to give your rotation the airy lightness it deserves.
It’s official: A non-shoe shoe era is upon us. Embrace the ambiguity of it all with 30 ultra-minimalist styles redefine the sentiment: fits like a glove.